All About Ringworm In Humans
4. Jock Itch
Ringworm is closely related to some other fungal infections that can affect humans. One of these is jock itch. This disease is caused by a fungus that tends to infect warm, moist parts of the skin. It is often found in the crotch area and is common in athletes, hence its name.
Another disease closely related to ringworm is athletes’ foot which, as the name suggests, infects the feet. This is often caught around pool areas and in locker rooms where bare feet are likely to be in contact with the ground. Another relative is ringworm of the hair, which is also known as scalp ringworm.
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